Because nonprofits are focused on programs and the people they serve, often operating on a shoestring, they frequently occupy older buildings that waste energy, water and other resources, pulling money away from mission-critical services. Nonprofit buildings contribute approximately 20% of our primary energy consumption in the United States, but the capacity for savings in their facilities, both financially and environmentally, is tremendous. That’s where the GoodUse program comes in.

GoodUse helps nonprofits reduce utility costs and reinvest those savings into their programs. Our generous funders make it possible for us to provide technical assistance, education and matching grants to nonprofit partners, applying them to facility and operational upgrades that increase resource efficiency, lower expenses and improve indoor health. To make these positive changes last, Southface engineers identify areas for high-impact energy and water savings and indoor air improvements, assist with project implementation and ensure upgrades are delivering results. By reducing operating costs, GoodUse builds capacity within our partner organizations so they can focus on their mission and better serve their communities.

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GoodUse Annual Impact and Reach

over
28 million
kWh energy savings
31 states
with GoodUse projects
2.2 Million
additional meals served
218,994
therms saved
3.77 million
dollars in utility savings
over
342
children positively impacted at Boys and Girls Clubs
17 million
gals of water saved
over
575
projects completed
19,660
metric tons CO2e saved

Application Timeline

Interested in becoming a grantee? Please review the Frequently Asked Questions for eligibility requirements, including information on the DOE’s Renew America’s Nonprofits grant, and then click on the button below to apply.

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Deadline Review Announcement
February 16, 2024 February 19 – March 22, 2024 March 22, 2024
June 14, 2024 June 17 – July 26, 2024 July 26, 2024
October 11, 2024 October 14 – November 22, 2024 November 22, 2024

 

  • “The reality is if you engage with the program and focus on the money you can save, it can truly help nonprofits achieve their core mission.”

    JACKSON MCQUIGG

    Atlanta History Center
  • “The savings on utilities enable us to add needed program supplies, hire additional staff and help us raise money to secure additional needs for our Clubs.”

    ROBBIE SLOCUMB

    Chief Professional Officer Boys and Girls Club of Chattooga, Gordon, Murray and Whitfield Counties
  • “Without Southface in Georgia, the program wouldn’t work, not without the expertise. What Southface brings to this is also the passion. Without both, GoodUse wouldn’t be successful.”

    STEVE LEEDS

    Advisory Committee
  • “Getting the assessment done; having someone come in and think more comprehensively was right on time for us. It makes you feel confident about your next steps.”

    SUSAN KIDD

    Agnes Scott College
  • “It elevated the desire to be an environmental steward and made you feel like there was someone arming you with the tools you needed to go further.”

    AISHAH PACHECO

    Ballethnic

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